WEARABLE SLED SYSTEM FOR A MOBILE COMPUTER DEVICE

Abstract

 A wearable sled system (10) for a mobile computer device includes an open-ended sled housing (14), a removable end cap (16), and a mounting assembly (18) for mounting the sled housing onto a user's arm or belt. A mobile computer device is slidably received into the sled housing (14), and the end cap (16) is received on the sled housing's open end to form a complete enclosure. The mounting assembly includes a rigid mounting plate (40) having a front side configured to receive the back side of the sled housing. The mounting plate (40) and the sled housing (14) include locking formations for selectively securing the sled housing to the mounting plate. The mounting assembly further includes an attachment device secured to the back side of the mounting plate for removably mounting the system on the user.

Description

CROSS- REFERENCE TO PRIORITY APPLICATION

[0001] This U.S. nonprovisional application claims the benefit of U.S. Patent Application Ser. No. 62/093,552 for a Wearable Sled System for a Mobile Computer Device (filed December 18, 2014), which is hereby incorporated by reference in its entirety.

FIELD OF THE INVENTION

[0002] The present invention relates to a mobile computer device and, more particularly, to a wearable sled system that allows a user to mount the mobile computer device to his or her person.

SUMMARY

[0003] The present disclosure relates to a sled system for mounting a mobile computer device to either a user's belt or a user's arm. The sled system provides a unique solution for a user to mount a mobile computer device to his or her person and thereby facilitate use of the mobile computer device.

[0004] In one exemplary embodiment, a wearable sled system for a mobile computer device generally includes (i) a rigid, open-ended sled housing, (ii) a rigid, removable end cap, and (iii) a mounting assembly for mounting the sled housing to the user. Separate embodiments are shown and described for mounting the sled housing either to the user's belt or to the user's arm.

[0005] The sled housing has a front side, a back side, a closed bottom end, and an open top end that together define an interior cavity configured and arranged to slidably receive the mobile computer device. The housing includes a passage configured and arranged to receive a peripheral connector plug, which may pass through the passage to be received by a port on the mobile computer device.

[0006] The end cap is received in snap fitting relation at the top end of the sled housing to form a substantially complete enclosure. To lock the end cap onto the housing, the system further includes a latch member that is slidably movable along a side edge of the sled housing. The latch member has a spring locking tab that is selectively engaged with a slot on the corresponding side edge of the end cap.

[0007] The mounting assembly includes a rigid mounting plate having a front side and a back side. The front side of the plate is configured and arranged to receive the back side of the sled housing in mated relation. The mounting plate and the sled housing include interfitting locking formations for selectively securing the sled housing to the mounting plate. Exemplary locking formations include spring latches on the mounting plate and corresponding tabs formed on the sled housing.

[0008] The mounting assembly further includes an attachment device secured to the back side of the mounting plate for removably mounting the system on the user.

[0009] In another exemplary embodiment, the attachment device is a strap assembly that adapts the system for wear and use on the user's forearm. In this configuration, the user typically employs a peripheral scanning device that extends from the bottom of the sled housing down to the user's hand or fingers. Use in this configuration typically requires access to the input screen of the mobile computer device, and so in this embodiment the front side of the sled housing is open to provide the access.

[0010] The strap assembly includes a body portion that is secured to the back side of the mounting plate. The strap assembly also includes two spaced pairs of elastomeric coacting straps that extend from the body portion, the straps being configured and arranged to encircle the user's forearm.

[0011] In an exemplary strap embodiment, the strap assembly is entirely formed from an elastomeric material and is co-molded with the mounting plate to form an integrated structure. Each pair of coacting straps includes a buckle on one strap and a plurality of apertures on the opposing strap. In this configuration, the buckle and apertures cooperate to releasably and adjustably secure the coacting straps to each other in a plurality of positions (e.g., arm settings). So that the straps comfortably fit around the frustoconical shape of the user's forearm, each pair of straps typically includes at least one pleated expansion area on at least one of the straps. The pleated expansion areas allow the straps to extend more on one edge than the other edge in order to conform to the shape of the user's forearm.

[0012] The mounting plate further includes opposing strap retaining arms for retaining the free ends of the straps after they are secured with the buckles. The straps are tucked beneath the retaining arms to secure the straps adjacent to the sled housing.

[0013] To facilitate custom fitting, the user may trim the excess length of the straps that extend beyond the housing. In this regard, the strap system includes clamshell strap end clips, which are snap received around the terminal end of the straps. An internal detent is received into one of the apertures to fix the clip in place. The end clips provide a custom end tab for the strap after the original strap end is trimmed.

[0014] In yet another exemplary embodiment, the attachment assembly is a belt clip that adapts the system for wear and use on the wearer's belt. In this configuration, the user typically employs a peripheral audio device that requires a modified end cap having a passage configured and arranged to receive an audio headset cable, which extends from the end cap to the headset. The respective end caps are otherwise the same in both embodiments. Use in this configuration typically does not require access to the input screen of the mobile computer device, and so in this embodiment the front side of the sled housing is closed to protect the screen from damage.

[0015] The belt clip includes a body portion that is securable to the back side of the mounting plate and a spring-loaded clip that is receivable over the belt of the wearer. In this exemplary embodiment, the body portion of the belt clip is secured to the mounting plate with screws received through openings in the mounting plate.

[0016] The mounting plate is the same in both illustrated embodiments and is common to both configurations.

[0017] The foregoing illustrative summary, as well as other exemplary objectives and/or advantages of the invention, and the manner in which the same are accomplished, are further explained within the following detailed description and its accompanying drawings.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

[0018] Exemplary embodiments will now be described further by way of example with reference to the following examples and figures, which are intended to be illustrative only and not limiting upon the scope of the disclosure.

Fig. 1 is a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment of the wearable sled system shown as worn on the wearer's wrist.

Figs. 2-4 are alternative perspective views of the wearable sled system.

Fig. 5 is a bottom perspective view of the wearable sled system.

Fig. 6 is a perspective view of the wearable sled system with the straps extended.

Fig. 7 is a bottom perspective view of the wearable sled system with the straps extended.

Fig. 8 is an exploded perspective view of the wearable sled system shown with a mounted mobile computer device.

Fig. 9 is an alternative exploded view of the wearable sled system shown with a mounted mobile computer device and the straps buckled.

Fig. 10 is an enlarged plan view of the attachment device showing the co-molded portions of the rigid mounting plate and the elastomeric straps.

Figs. 11-14 are various perspective views of an exemplary embodiment of the wearable sled system that includes a belt clip attachment.

Figs. 15-17 are various exploded perspective views of an exemplary embodiment of the wearable sled system that includes a belt clip attachment.

Fig. 18 is a perspective view of the belt clip attachment and mounting plate.

Fig. 19 is a plan view of the belt clip attachment and mounting plate.

Figs. 20-21 are perspective views of an exemplary embodiment of the wearable sled system that includes a connector tray assembly for more securely retaining the peripheral connector in engagement with the mobile computer device's connector port.

Figs. 22-23 are exploded perspective views of an exemplary embodiment of the wearable sled system that includes a connector tray assembly for more securely retaining the peripheral connector in engagement with the mobile computer device's connector port.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

[0019] Referring now to the drawings, exemplary embodiments of the wearable sled system of the present disclosure are illustrated. As will hereinafter be more fully described, the present sled system allows for mounting of a mobile computer device to either the belt of the user or the forearm of the user. An example of a mobile computer device as contemplated within this disclosure may include a device used in barcode scanning and inventory productivity applications, but the present disclosure should not be limited to any particular device or application.

[0020] A wearable sled system 10 for a mobile computer device 12 generally includes a rigid, open-ended sled housing 14, a rigid, removable end cap 16, and a mounting assembly 18 for mounting the sled housing 14 to the user. Exemplary embodiments of the systematic apparatus are shown and described for mounting the sled housing either onto the user's forearm (Figs. 1-10) or onto the user's belt (Figs. 11-18). The disclosure is not intended to be limited by these exemplary embodiments.

[0021] The sled housing 14 is typically molded from a rigid plastic material to protect the mobile computer device 12 to be housed therein. The sled housing 14 has a front side 20, a back side 22, a closed bottom end 24, and an open top end 26 that cooperate to define an interior cavity configured and arranged to slidably receive the mobile computer device 12, such as depicted in Figs. 8-9. The sled housing 14 includes a passage 28 configured and arranged to receive a peripheral connector plug 30 of a peripheral device 31. The peripheral connector plug 30 can pass through passage 28 to be received in a port (not shown) on the mobile computer device 12.

[0022] The end cap 16 is also molded from a rigid plastic material and is received in snap fitting relation at the top end 26 of the sled housing 14 to form a complete enclosure. The sled housing 14 and end cap 16 include complementary snap retention fittings 32, such as depicted in Figs. 8-9. To lock the end cap 16 onto the sled housing 14, the system further includes a latch member 34 that is slidably movable along a side edge of the sled housing 14 and that has a spring locking tab 36 that is selectively engaged with a slot 38 on the corresponding side edge of the end cap 16.

[0023] The mounting assembly 18 includes a rigid plastic, molded mounting plate 40 having a front side 42 and a back side 44. The front side 42 of the mounting plate 40 is configured and arranged to receive the back side 22 of the sled housing 14 in mated relation. The mounting plate 40 and the sled housing 14 include interfitting locking formations for selectively securing the sled housing 14 to the mounting plate 40. Exemplary locking formations include spring latches 46 on the mounting plate 40 and corresponding tabs 48 formed the sled housing 14, such as depicted in Fig. 16. The mounting assembly 18 further includes an attachment device 50 secured to the back side 44 of the mounting plate 40 for removably mounting the wearable sled system 10 onto the user.

[0024] In one exemplary embodiment of the wearable sled system 10 shown in Figs. 1-10, the attachment device 50 is a strap assembly that adapts the wearable sled system 10 for wear and use on the user's forearm of the user. In this configuration, the user typically employs a peripheral scanning device 31 that is plugged into the mobile computer device 12. The peripheral scanning device 31 extends from the bottom of the sled housing 14 to the user's hand or fingers as depicted in Fig. 1. Use in this configuration typically requires access to the input screen of the mobile computer device 12, and so in this embodiment the front side 20 of the sled housing 14 is open to provide the needed access.

[0025] The strap assembly 50 includes a body portion 52, which is secured to the back side 44 of the mounting plate 40, and two spaced pairs of elastomeric, coacting straps 54 extending from the body portion 52. The coacting straps 54 are configured and arranged to encircle the user's forearm.

[0026] In an exemplary strap embodiment, the strap assembly 50 is entirely formed from an elastomeric material and is co-molded with the mounting plate 40 to form an integrated structure. As indicated by comparing Fig. 10 and Fig. 19, the elastomeric material extends through tapered openings 56 in the mounting plate 40 to form a physical interference connection between the two parts.

[0027] Referring to Figs. 1-10, each pair of coacting straps 54 includes a buckle 58 on one strap and a plurality of apertures 60 (e.g., spaced slots) on the opposing strap. The buckle 58 and apertures 60 cooperate to releasably and adjustably secure the coacting straps 54 to each other in a one of several fitting positions. In order that the straps 54 comfortably fit around the uneven, frustoconical shape of the user's forearm, each pair of straps 54 includes at least one pleated expansion area 62 on at least one of the straps 54. The pleated expansion areas 62 allow the straps 54 to extend more on one edge than the other and take on the custom shape of the user's forearm, such as shown in Fig. 1.

[0028] The mounting plate 40 further includes integrally formed, opposing strap retaining arms 64 for retaining the free ends of the coacting straps 54 after the straps are secured with the buckles 58. The coacting straps 54 are tucked beneath the retaining arms 64 to firmly hold the coacting straps 54 adjacent to the sled housing 14. See Figs. 4-5.

[0029] To facilitate custom fitting, the user can trim the excess length of the coacting straps 54 that extend beyond the sled housing 14. In this regard, the strap system includes clamshell strap end clips 66 that are snap received around the terminal end of the coacting straps 54 (Figs. 3-5). An internal detent (not shown) is received into one of the apertures 60 to fix an end clip 66 in place. The end clips 66 provide a custom end tab for the strap 54 once the original end is trimmed off.

[0030] In another exemplary embodiment of the wearable sled system 10A depicted in Figs. 11-18, the mounting assembly attachment device 50 is a belt clip that adapts the wearable sled system 10 for wear and use on the wearer's belt (not shown). In this configuration, the user typically employs a peripheral audio device (not shown), which necessitates a modified end cap 16A having a passage 68 that is configured and arranged to receive an audio headset cable plug 70.

[0031] The respective end caps 16-16A are otherwise the same in both described embodiments. Use in this configuration typically does not require access to the input screen of the mobile computer device, and so in this embodiment the front side 20A of the sled housing 14A is closed to protect the screen from damage.

[0032] The belt clip 50A includes a body portion 72 that is securable to the back side 44 of the mounting plate 40, and a spring clip 74 that is slidably receivable over the wearer's belt. In the exemplary embodiment, the body portion 72 of the belt clip 50A can be secured to the mounting plate 40 with screws 75 (Fig. 19) received through openings 76 (Figs. 15-16) in the mounting plate 40. As illustrated in the figures, the mounting plate 40 is typically the same in both exemplary embodiments of the wearable sled system.

[0033] Referring to Figs. 20-23, another exemplary embodiment of the wearable sled system is illustrated and generally indicated at 10'. This exemplary embodiment 10' includes a modified plug 30' and pivoting connector tray 78 to improve engagement of the spring connector contacts 30a with corresponding contact pads (not shown) on the port (now shown) of the mobile computer device 12.

[0034] The plug 30' (e.g., the connector) has a planar body portion 30b with spring contacts 30a residing on the terminal edge thereof. The proximal edge 30e is generally cylindrical and includes two spaced ramps 30r angled upwardly from the terminal edge toward the proximal edge 30e. The pivoting connector tray 78 has an upwardly angled bottom wall 80 and opposing side walls 82 extending upwardly from the bottom wall 80. The opposing sidewalls 82 have outwardly protruding pivot pins 84, which are received in corresponding notches 85 in the passage wall as shown in Fig. 23.

[0035] The pivoting connector tray 78 can pivot with respect to the sled housing 14'. When the plug 30' is slid into the passage, the lower surface of the plug 30' rides along the angled bottom wall 80 of the pivoting connector tray 78. This forces the spring contacts 30a upwardly into engagement with the contact pads on the mobile computer device 12. Additionally, the ramps 30r on the plug 30' engage with corresponding notches 14a in the sled housing 14', forcing the proximal edge 30e of the plug 30' downwardly about the pivot pins 84 and thereby levering the terminal edge upwardly for better spring-loaded engagement of the spring contacts 30a with the contact pads of the mobile computer device 12.

[0036] To retain the plug 30' within the connector tray 78, one of the side walls 82 includes a spring tab 86 with a circular opening 88. The side edge of the proximal end 30e of the plug 30' includes a ramped detent 90, which is snap received into the opening 88.

[0037] While there is shown and described herein certain specific structure embodying the wearable sled system, it will be manifest to those skilled in the art that various modifications and rearrangements of the parts may be made without departing from the spirit and scope of the underlying inventive concept and that the same is not limited to the particular forms herein shown and described except insofar as indicated by the scope of the appended claims.

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[0039] In the specification and/or figures, typical embodiments of the invention have been disclosed. The present invention is not limited to such exemplary embodiments. The use of the term "and/or" includes any and all combinations of one or more of the associated listed items. The figures are schematic representations and so are not necessarily drawn to scale. Unless otherwise noted, specific terms have been used in a generic and descriptive sense and not for purposes of limitation.

Claims

1. A wearable sled system for a mobile computer device, comprising:

a sled housing having a front side, a back side, a closed bottom end, and an open top end that cooperately define an interior cavity configured and arranged to slidably receive a mobile computer device;

an end cap removably received at said top end of said sled housing; and

a mounting assembly that includes (i) a rigid mounting plate having a front side and a back side, said front side of said mounting assembly being configured and arranged to receive said back side of said sled housing, said mounting plate and said sled housing including corresponding interfitting locking formations for selectively securing said sled housing to said mounting plate, and (ii) an attachment device secured to said back side of said mounting plate for removably mounting the wearable sled system to a user of the mobile computer device.

2. The wearable sled system of claim 1, wherein said interfitting locking formations comprise spring latches formed on said mounting plate and corresponding tabs formed on said sled housing.

3. The wearable sled system of claim 1, wherein said bottom end of said sled housing includes a passage configured and arranged to receive a peripheral connector plug.

4. The wearable sled system of claim 1, wherein said attachment device comprises a belt clip securable to said back side of said mounting plate.

5. The wearable sled system of claim 4, wherein said front side of said sled housing is closed.

6. The wearable sled system of claim 5, wherein said end cap includes a passage configured and arranged to receive an audio headset cable.

7. The wearable sled system of claim 4, wherein said end cap includes a passage configured and arranged to receive an audio headset cable.

8. The wearable sled system of claim 1, wherein said attachment device comprises (i) a strap assembly having a body portion securable to said back side of said mounting plate and (ii) two spaced pairs of elastomeric, coacting straps extending from said body portion of said strap assembly, said coacting straps being configured and arranged to encircle a user's limb, wherein each pair of said coacting straps include a buckle on one coacting strap and plurality of apertures on the opposing coacting strap, said buckle and apertures cooperating to releasably and adjustably secure said coacting straps to each other in one of a plurality of positions.

9. The wearable sled system of claim 8, wherein said front side of said sled housing is open to provide access to an input screen of the mobile computer device.

10. The wearable sled system of claim 8, wherein each pair of said coacting straps includes at least one pleated expansion area on at least one of said coacting straps.

11. The wearable sled system of claim 10, wherein said front side of said sled housing is open to provide access to an input screen of the mobile computer device.

12. The wearable sled system of claim 10, wherein said mounting plate includes opposing strap retaining arms for retaining the free ends of said apertured coacting straps.

13. The wearable sled system of claim 12, wherein said front side of said sled housing is open to provide access to an input screen of the mobile computer device.

14. The wearable sled system of claim 8, wherein said mounting plate includes opposing strap retaining arms for retaining the free ends of said apertured coacting straps.

15. The wearable sled system of claim 14, wherein said front side of said sled housing is open to provide access to an input screen of the mobile computer device.

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